The Tramway Restaurant is New Zealand's only dining tramcar, operating through the streets of central Christchurch and departing from Cathedral Junction at 109 Worcester Street. It combines a curated multi-course dinner with evening sightseeing aboard a restored heritage tram, making it one of the city's most distinctive dining experiences.
Tram 411 was built in Melbourne in 1927 and ran there until 1982, before being refurbished, shipped to Christchurch in 1999 and beginning service as the Tramway Restaurant in 2000. The dinner package typically includes a glass of sparkling wine, a canapé, entrée, main, dessert and tea or coffee, with a seasonal menu showcasing Canterbury produce such as local lamb, venison, Akaroa salmon and duck. The tram seats up to 36 guests across two sections and pauses partway through service to allow guests to use the larger facilities at Cathedral Junction.
As a novel, self-contained venue seating around 36, the Tramway Restaurant is well suited to incentive groups, client hosting and memorable group dinners tied to a conference or event in Christchurch. Its fixed capacity makes it ideal for smaller delegations seeking a standout experience. Explore more Christchurch venues for dining and events.
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